Buses from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Buses from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Kathmandu
Pokhara
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Destination Reviews

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최성국
The staff’s service was truly excellent. However, I noticed that the online bus images and the actual buses were quite different. It would be much better if the company showed the real condition of every vehicle honestly, respecting the consumer’s right to choose.As a foreigner who loves Nepal, I believe that small, honest actions like this can gradually raise the overall awareness of the Nepalese people. Transparency not only builds trust with customers but also contributes to a stronger image of Nepal as a welcoming destination.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 VIP Sofa Seater, MnS Adventure, Jun 4, 2026
PK
Praveen K
They just stopped at 12 pm for 8 mins for snacks and the next stop was at 4 30pm for 15 mins. When i asked the bus guy he was not nice and told only 5 mins break! Wherez the lunch break!? No clear instructions!! I dint eat the whole day till 4 30 PM!!
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa Seater, Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus, May 24, 2026
RK
Roy K
Good Bus and it stopped in two good restaurants
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Euro 6 Luxury, Swift Holidays, May 24, 2026
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Magdalena
It was easy, comfortable, widi and charging included, seemed well organised, tjey were helpful.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x2 Sofa Seater, Shuva Jagadamba Travels, May 11, 2026
YG
Yola G
This journey was very good snd comfortable. I recommend
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2*1 VIP Luxury Sofa, Rainbow Adventure Travel (Rainbow Adventure & Travel), Apr 28, 2026
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Lorraine C
I took this ride based on other reviews and in my experience it could have been better. First off when I asked which bus they were they wouldn't say. I stood there asking the same person repeatedly until I saw my name in their list. Second, even though there was space on the bus to sit in a side seat, they put me to the back. It seems foreigners sit in the back despite what they pay, and despite them getting on at the start of the route. But in my case when another woman foreigner got on she was allocated the seat I requested. The guy who did this and had refused me spent much of the journey staring at me knowing, I believe, that he was in the wrong. 3rd, there was a break within an 40 minutes of the ride, then 3 more stops. Stops are good, but getting people to pee on the side of the road because you stayed too long elsewhere was not cool. And the lunch break was so long that all the passengers were outside looking for the drivers. The gist is, it could have been better. It was a bumpy ride on the backseat and they don't decline so if you pay for that, forget it. Thankfully the power sockets worked. The most important thing is they got us to our destination safe, only 30 minutes later than advertised and water was available. I guess the most epic part of the journey was when 2 foreigners made a run for 2 free seats a space ahead. The seat allocator shouted them out and to the back when 2 locals refused to look at the backseats as an alternative. Such drama equates to an adventure. I wish the company well...and anyone else who travels with them.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Deluxe Sofa, Himalayan Travel Leaders, Apr 19, 2026
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Baerbel W
The van was supposed to leave Kathmandu at 1 p.m. I arrived at the bus stop at 12 p.m. and told the two staff members that I was going to grab something to eat and would be right back. I left my trolley with them behind the counter. Shortly after, I received a call from the driver asking where I was, and he ended by saying he’d be at the bus stop at 1 p.m. When I returned to the bus stop shortly after, my trolley was gone. The staff said it was already in the van, which would be back in five minutes. The van arrived more than forty minutes later. I suspect it had made a tour through Kathmandu to pick up more passengers, because when I booked the day before, almost all the seats had been available, and now the van was full. The trip took nearly two hours longer than indicated at the time of booking. The ride itself was fine; the driver and co-driver were super nice. There were a few breaks, and the van kept stopping along the way to look for more passengers to fill the empty seats whenever someone got off.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Air Suspension AC, Mahanagar Yatayat EV Hiace, Apr 11, 2026
PC
Pietro C
Standard bus. They provide a bottle of water. Please follow the location provided in the PDF link, as the written address is incorrect.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 VIP Sofa Seater, MnS Adventure, Apr 9, 2026
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Bernadett S
Everything was fine, they look after us to find the car and everything. It was a nice local experince.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus Hiace, Nepal Micro Hiace, Apr 8, 2026
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Marta F
The seats are actually quite comfortable. The ride is very bumpy. Fans only worked for the first 30 minutes then it became very hot. They stop every hour for the toilet and they turn the lights on and once they also started playing music. Also they had stopped for over half an hour.
Kathmandu to Pokhara, Bus 2x1 Sofa With Sleeper, Royal Gorkhali, Mar 28, 2026
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Kathmandu to Pokhara Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Dhaulagiri Hiace
Hiace
05:00
21:00
$5.97
AC Hiace
Hiace
05:30
13:30
$6.36
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
06:00
13:00
$7.63
  4.2
Supreme Tours Bus from Bouddha
VIP Sofa Seater
06:20
15:20
$7.63
  3.0
Prithvi Rajmarga
Mini Bus
06:40
14:40
$4.13
Land Himalayan Sofa Seater
VIP Sofa Seater
07:00
15:00
$8.91
  4.8
Desh Darshan Bus Sewa
Tourist bus
07:20
15:20
$7.63
  4.0
Shuva Adhikari Travels Bus From Bouddha
2x2 Sofa Seater
07:40
15:40
$7.63
  5.0
Shuva Adhikari Travels Bus From Bouddha
2x2 Sofa Seater
08:00
16:00
$7.63
  5.0
Pokhara Greyhound Sofa Seater Day Service
VIP Sofa Seater
08:20
16:20
$9.54
New Royal Pokhara Sofa Seater
2x1 Sofa Seater
08:40
16:40
$8.27
  2.0
Lotus Adventure Tours Day
AC
09:00
17:00
$6.36
Prithvi Rajmarga
Mini Bus
09:20
17:20
$4.13
Lotus Adventure Tours Day
AC
09:40
17:40
$6.36
Lotus Adventure Tours Day
AC
10:00
18:00
$6.36
Lotus Adventure Travels and Tours
AC
10:20
18:20
$6.36
Prithvi Rajmarga Bus N
Deluxe
10:40
18:40
$5.09
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
11:00
18:00
$7.63
  3.9
Swosthani Prithvi Sofa Bus
2x2 Sofa Seater
11:20
18:20
$7.63
  3.9
Prithvi Rajmarga
Deluxe
11:40
19:40
$5.09

How to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Kathmandu from Pokhara?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 400 km between Kathmandu and Pokhara.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus?

Buses normally need between 7h and 8h hours to get to Pokhara from Kathmandu. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, Rainbow Safari offers the fastest service. Graceful Adventure Travel buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Kathmandu to Pokhara by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Himalayan Travel Leaders and costs USD 10.28. A Graceful Adventure Travel's ticket will set you back USD 10.28 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.

Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Facts about the bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Cheapest Bus$11
Fastest Bus7h
Earliest Bus7:00 AM
Latest Bus7:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes12
Distance400 kilometers
Bus CompaniesBaba Adventure Travels and Tours, Graceful Adventure Travel, Himalayan Travel Leaders, New Road Travels, Open Visit Nepal Travel and Tours, Rainbow Safari, Vivaan Adventure